
A guide to living in Aberdeenshire
Excellent
79.2%
Very Good
14.8%
Average
5.1%
Disappointing
0.2%
Very poor
0.7%
Best places to live in Aberdeenshire
How is ranking calculated?HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.
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The Point, AB10
By Colby River
Award winner 2025
4.90
(197 reviews)
Ranked 1st out of 17 in Aberdeenshire

The Campus, AB24
By CALA Homes
4.71
(23 reviews)
Ranked 2nd out of 17 in Aberdeenshire

Grandhome, AB22
By Dandara
4.59
(10 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 17 in Aberdeenshire

Kepplestone, AB15
By Stewart Milne Homes
4.42
(7 reviews)
Ranked 4th out of 17 in Aberdeenshire

Oldfold Village, AB13
By CALA Homes
4.29
(7 reviews)
Ranked 5th out of 17 in Aberdeenshire
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Featured developments in Aberdeenshire
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Latest Reviews in Aberdeenshire
432 total reviews
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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.
Maks E (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Forbes Place, AB21
Jun 2026
Comfortable and Well-Maintained Development
Maks E (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Forbes Place, AB21
Jun 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Overall, it’s a good area to live in. There is a decent range of local shops and green spaces nearby, and transport links are generally convenient. The street itself is usually quiet, with manageable parking, regular bin collections and no major issues with noise or anti-social behaviour.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Building management has responded very quickly to any problems or issues we have raised. Everything has been dealt with efficiently, and most issues are resolved almost immediately.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
We moved here from central Aberdeen and actually prefer this area much more. The atmosphere feels calmer, there are plenty of nice places to walk nearby, and P&J Live is very convenient to have close by. One thing to know is that it can be a little noisy during the day because of planes and helicopters, but in a way it adds to the character of the area rather than being a major issue.
Jenni K (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Forbes Place, AB21
Jun 2026
Amazing place to live
Jenni K (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Forbes Place, AB21
Jun 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area offers an excellent range of local shops, restaurants, cafés and pubs, providing plenty of choice for day-to-day needs as well as socialising and dining out. There are also several attractive open spaces, parks and walking routes nearby, making it easy to enjoy the outdoors. Transport links are convenient, with good road connections and access to public transport options that make commuting and travelling straightforward. Living her is very pleasant, with a friendly atmosphere, ample parking availability, reliable bin collections and generally low levels of traffic noise. The area feels safe, well maintained and is a great place to live. I will truly miss living here.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Yes. All issues that I have required fixing were resolved by management quickly.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Definitely recommend going to the different community social events. They are well planned and a great opportunity to meet your neighbours.
Iainham (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Forbes Place, AB21
May 2026
My opinion
Iainham (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Forbes Place, AB21
May 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Lived here for 8 years it's a great location close to shops and has good access to public transport.Also close to bars and restaurants in Dyce area
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Always been prompt with replies and solutions Great Service
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Attend when possible social gatherings which staff organise.its a great way to meet your neighbours
Mr Kamil Kacper Jacak (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Point, AB10
May 2026
Almost Like Home
Mr Kamil Kacper Jacak (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Point, AB10
May 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
it's really central to everything, the views are really amazing and everything is in a walkable distance.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
At the start of the tenancy i had a family issue and the management staff were sure to accommodate my needs.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish i had knew there was a club room that you can rent for free and can have an evens with your friends and family members
Mr Vadym Kapliuk (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Point, AB10
May 2026
Exceeded my original expectations
Mr Vadym Kapliuk (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Point, AB10
May 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
good transport facilities, good touristy attractions and everything is close by , and there are no bad aspects
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The Management has responded to all my problems immediately and with great care
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
i wish i had known how friendly the staff, especially the receptions were
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